Major Brian Wheeler says so far, 582 families have registered for Christmas assistance and 300 have registered for toys.
The Salvation Army Corner Brook Community and Family Services has added today as another chance to register for a Christmas hamper and toys. People in need can drop by the temple on O’Connell Drive between 10 a.m. and noon, and this afternoon from 1-3:30. Major Brian Wheeler says people just need to bring an id, proof of income and residence, as well as the number of people in the household. He says so far, 582 families have registered for Christmas assistance and 300 have registered for toys. Meanwhile, At this weekend’s hockey game, the Corner Brook Royals will host a teddy bear toss. Major Pam Goodyear says the Salvation Army depends on donations and recognition from corporate sponsors. The Salvation Army Kettle Campaign has set a goal of raising $1.2 million this year from 50 communities throughout NL.
Government has increased the one-time fertility subsidy by $9,000
Government is reviewing plans for harvesting from Deer Lake to Cat Arm and the whole Baie Verte Peninsula
"The Corner Brook Connects" coming to the Arts and Culture Centre next month
TCH will be closed an "undetermined time" in both directions east of Jack's Pond near the Southern Harbour exit
RCMP looking to identify suspects at break ins at cabins and campers near St. Anthony
